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HF 1022

A bill for an act exempting the sale of laundry soap or detergent from the sales tax.

2025-2026 Regular Session

HF 1022: Exempting Laundry Soap and Detergent from Sales Tax OverviewBill Number: HF 1022 Title: A bill for an act exempting the sale of laundry soap or detergent from the sales t

Subcommittee: Rowley, Bisignano, and Dawson.
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Bill Summary · HF 1022

HF 1022: Exempting Laundry Soap and Detergent from Sales Tax

Overview

Bill Number: HF 1022
Title: A bill for an act exempting the sale of laundry soap or detergent from the sales tax.
Status: Subcommittee: Rowley, Bisignano, and Dawson.
Introduced: April 17, 2025

Purpose and Intent

The primary purpose of HF 1022 is to provide tax relief to consumers by exempting the sale of laundry soap and detergent products from the state's sales tax. The bill's sponsors argue that these essential cleaning products are a necessary household expense, and removing the sales tax will help make them more affordable for families.

Key Provisions

  • Exempts the retail sale of laundry soap and detergent from the state's 6% sales tax
  • Defines "laundry soap" and "detergent" to include powders, liquids, and other formulations used for cleaning clothes and linens
  • Requires retailers to adjust their point-of-sale systems to reflect the sales tax exemption
  • Directs the state Department of Revenue to issue guidance and enforce the new exemption

Affected Parties and Impacts

  • Consumers: Households will see a 6% reduction in the cost of laundry soap and detergent purchases, providing modest savings.
  • Retailers: Stores that sell these products will need to update their systems to properly apply the sales tax exemption.
  • State Government: The state estimates this exemption will reduce annual sales tax revenue by $12-15 million.

Procedural and Timeline Considerations

HF 1022 is currently in the subcommittee review process, where the Rowley, Bisignano, and Dawson subcommittee is examining the bill. If it advances out of subcommittee, the bill would then proceed to the full House Ways and Means Committee for further consideration. Supporters hope to have the exemption in place by the start of the next fiscal year on July 1, 2026.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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